User's Manual

GMRS520 – User Instruction Guide – Content Draft
TriSquare Communications Version 0 (11/9/01) Page 2
INSTALL THE BATTERIES
Your GMRS520 radio uses 3 AAA Alkaline batteries.
To install Alkaline batteries:
1) Make sure your radio is OFF.
2) Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the top and sliding it
down allowing the door to be removed.
3) Install 3 AAA Alkaline batteries (not included) into the battery
compartment. Be certain to follow the + and – symbols in the
compartment. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit
from operating.
4) Replace the battery compartment door.
USING THE RADIO
In order to get the most out of your new radio, read this reference guide
completely before attempting to operate the unit.
Turning the Radio On and Adjusting Volume
1) Press and hold the on/off/mode key for 2 seconds to turn the unit ON.
2) Press and hold the on/off/mode for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF.
Adjusting the Sound (Key Beeps)
Your radio emits a beep each time one of the buttons is pressed or a Call
tone is generated. To turn the sound OFF, press the Call button while
turning on the radio. Repeat this step to turn the sound ON.
Choosing a Channel
Your radio has 22 channels you can use to talk to others. In order to speak
to someone, each of you must be set to the same channel.
To choose a channel:
Press and release the on/off/mode key to change the mode from volume
control to channel control. Press the Up or Down button to increment or
decrement the channel number displayed.